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Dr. John Chen, MD

Thoracic Surgeon

Covina, CA

31 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chen, Thoracic Surgeon in Covina, CA?

    Dr. John Chen, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Covina, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Chen completed his residency at Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Thoracic Surgery; La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Chen is fluent in English, Chinese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chen’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chen’s office at (323) 442-5849.

    Where did Dr. Chen go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Thoracic Surgery; La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, General Surgery

    • Medical School: Temple Univeristy School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Chen board certified as a Thoracic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. John Chen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Chen speak?

    Dr. Chen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Chinese
    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Chen typically treat?

    As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Chen diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Chen. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
    • Pre-op blood work
    • Lab tests before surgery
    • Pre-treatment lab assessment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination

    Also known as:

    • Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
    • Heart Attack (STEMI) - Unspecified Site
    • Heart Attack
    • Myocardial Infarction
    • Non-STEMI
    • Less Severe Heart Attack
    • STEMI Myocardial Infarction
    • Acute MI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
    • I213: ST elevation (STEMI) myocardial infarction of unspecified site

    Also known as:

    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Leaky Mitral Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve
    • Mitral Valve Insufficiency
    • Mitral Regurgitation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
    • I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency

    What procedures does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Chen typically perform?

    As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Chen performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Chen. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)
    • Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
    • Heart bypass surgery
    • CABG surgery
    • Arterial bypass graft

    CPT Codes:

    • 33533: Coronary artery bypass, using arterial graft(s); single arterial graft

    Also known as:

    • Endoscopic Vein Harvest for Bypass
    • Endoscopy
    • Video-Assisted Vein Harvest
    • Minimally Invasive Vein Removal
    • Endoscopic Saphenous Vein Harvest
    • Vein Harvesting for CABG

    CPT Codes:

    • 33508: Endoscopy, surgical, including video-assisted harvest of vein(s) for coronary artery bypass procedure (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) with 2 Vein Grafts
    • Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
    • CABG surgery
    • Heart bypass with vein grafts
    • Coronary revascularization

    CPT Codes:

    • 33518: Coronary artery bypass, using venous graft(s) and arterial graft(s); 2 venous grafts (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Does Dr. Chen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 442-5849 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chen accept in Covina, CA?

    Dr. Chen in Covina, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • AllCare Health

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Heritage Health

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Preferred IPA

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Chen's office located?

    Dr. John Chen's Primary Practice

    210 W San Bernardino Rd

    Covina, CA 91723

    (323) 442-5849

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    Dr. John Chen's Practice 2

    125 W Huntington Dr

    Arcadia, CA 91007

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    Dr. John Chen's Practice 3

    1520 San Pablo St Fl 1

    Los Angeles, CA 90033

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    What hospitals are Dr. Chen affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Chen has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Emanate Health Inter - Community Hospital,Covina, CA

    What is Dr. Chen's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Chen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902993058.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chen?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chen

    What is Dr. John Chen's specialty?

    Dr. Chen is a Thoracic Surgeon near Covina, CA.

    What does a Thoracic Surgeon do?

    A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty.

    Is Dr. John Chen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chen is affiliated with Usc Arcadia Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    When to see a Thoracic Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. John Chen accepting new patients in Covina, CA?

    Yes, Dr. John Chen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Chen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (323) 442-5849 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. John Chen?

    Please contact Dr. Chen's office at (323) 442-5849 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Chen's office located?

    Dr. Chen's offices are located in Covina, CA, Arcadia, CA, and Los Angeles, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Chen have?

    Dr. John Chen is certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery.